Purchasing Clerk

at  Expro

WHO IS EXPRO?

Working for our clients across the entire well life cycle, Expro is a visionary full-cycle energy services expert offering novel, insightful solutions, dependable competency and award-winning safety.
Combining innovative, future-facing technology with high-quality data across well construction, well flow management and production, subsea well access, and well integrity and intervention, we have a reputation for extraordinary performance that keeps our clients operations running smoothly.
Expro Group are currently recruiting for a [[extTitle]] to join the [[division_obj]] team based in [[filter2]].

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

(Indicate minimum knowledge and essential background qualifications necessary to perform the job competently)
1+ years experience within a buying/materials environment
Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Powerpoint and Word)
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Competencies
(Technical skills, behavioural competencies, specialized training or Defined Competencies as outlined in Expro Competence & Training System)
Integrity/Compliance - behaves in a fair, honest and ethical manner toward others; adheres to Company Code of Conduct
Interpersonal Sensitivity – identifies with and shows understanding or concern for others; values diversity
Technical – achieves and applies a competent level of technical and/or professional skill or knowledge relevant to the role
Safety Awareness – upholds safety standards
Developing Self – plans and progresses the development of own skills and abilities to realise their full potential
Self-motivated – has inner drive and motivation; self-directed and not dependent on others
Initiative – pro-active; makes things happen; takes the first step without prompting
Adaptability/flexibility – capable of adapting to others and new situations; flexible; can handle multiple tasks
Communication 3 – actively listens and receives information completely; demonstrates understanding of what is being communicated
Problem-solving – effective at solving problems, not just defining or complaining about them

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To assist in the procurement of goods and services required by the business to the required specification, quality level, at a
competitive price, delivered in a timely manner.
Key Activities and Accountabilities:
(Describe the important end results of the job, i.e., what has to be achieved and why.)
1. Receive generic specifications and source competitive bids from qualified suppliers that meet the specification, quality,
budgetary and schedule requirements.
2. Assist, create and negotiate Purchase Orders, ensuring schedule reporting and delivery promises are maintained by vendors
with information communicated to the project/product team and other stakeholders.
3. In conjunction with QA and QC processing vendor non-conformances to ensure that the correct actions are taken to close
them out in a timely manner.
4. Expedite orders in accordance with Purchase Order requirements. Work with business units to communicate and improve
delivery where-ever possible and updating SAP accordingly.
5. Assist end user departments with price bid enquires for obtaining goods/services quotes from suppliers.
6. Continually work with “key” suppliers to ensure clear scope definition and cost reduction programs. Regular management
and control of costs with the respective suppliers.
7. Where applicable, co-ordinate of end user department rental requirements with suppliers for operational support activity, and
where applicable, communicate delivery status to the originators.
8. Assist the Accounts department with invoice enquires requiring clarification/ approval; specifically with rental equipment and
personnel services. Contact department originators/ Supervisors on such invoice approval, update SAP accordingly with
applicable information and return approved invoice(s) to the Accounts department.
9. Action any changes to specifications advising suppliers accordingly.
10. Assist Procurement Manager with supplier business review meetings and assist with supplier assessment in conjunction with
the Supplier Approval Process.
11. Assist in other purchasing/ departmental duties/ activities as detailed by the Procurement Manager including ad hoc projects
as required.
12. Attend department meetings relevant to area of responsibility to facilitate optimum integration between Supply Chain function
and the business.
13. Actively adhere to the Code of Conduct and Anti-Bribery policies, procedures and processes to ensure the highest ethical
standards are maintained and exposure to liability or risk to Expro’s reputation is minimised. If necessary, report possible
violations or conflicts of interest.
14. Actively adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable Quality policies, procedures, processes and systems. Take an
active part in quality improvement processes. Identify and report any deficiencies to supervisor and obtain authorisation for
any deviations from standard procedures.
15. Actively comply with all applicable Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and processes. Promote HSE
awareness; take responsibility and be accountable for own safety and safety of others. Demonstrate the personal application
of HSE procedures in daily performance and always follow the 10 Safety House Rules.
16. Ensure objectives set under Employee Development Plan are met.